Strategic Sourcing Manager Jobs in New York
Strategic Sourcing Manager jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in financial services, healthcare, technology, and consumer goods across seniority levels from analyst-level sourcing roles through senior director. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, with additional demand in White Plains and Albany, where companies like JPMorgan Chase, Pfizer, and IBM maintain large procurement operations. The most in-demand specialties are indirect spend management, supplier diversity, and category management across professional services and IT. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
The Global Optical Components Category Strategy Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing global category strategies for optical components that support business growth, cost competitiveness, and supply resilience. This role partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Program teams to support NPI execution, strengthen strategic supplier partnerships, and drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, delivery, and technology alignment—particularly for high-speed optics used in AI and accelerated-computing interconnects.
Major Responsibilities
Category Strategy & Market Intelligence
- Develop and execute global optical commodity strategies aligned with business objectives
- Monitor global market trends, supply-demand dynamics, and geopolitical risks
- Identify and mitigate risks related to supply continuity, pricing volatility, and capacity constraints
Supplier Management & Development
- Identify, evaluate, and develop new suppliers in collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Operations
- Optimize the supplier base to improve cost, quality, delivery, and scalability
- Lead quarterly supplier scorecard reviews and performance improvement initiatives
- Identify underperforming suppliers, assess risks, and implement corrective action plans
- Strengthen long-term strategic partnerships with key suppliers
Cost, Productivity & VA/VE
- Drive cost reduction initiatives through should cost analysis, market benchmarking, and negotiations
- Partner with Engineering to lead Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VA/VE) initiatives
- Improve procurement efficiency while supporting business growth and technology roadmaps
NPI & Cross-Functional Execution
- Lead and support RFQs for NPI (New Product Introduction) programs
- Coordinate cross-functional efforts to achieve KPIs, including:
- Cost savings
- Lead time reduction
- MOQ optimization
- Dual sourcing and localization
- Support successful NPI execution, ensuring supply readiness and supplier alignment
Strategic Impact
- Support business growth and evolving market demands
- Accelerate decision-making and adaptability in a fast-changing optical technology landscape
- Enable localization strategies and global expansion initiatives
Job Requirements
Technical Qualifications – Optics
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong working knowledge of optical technologies relevant to high-speed interconnects, including:
- Solid understanding of high-speed optical transceiver architecture, including:
- Optics chain
- Fiber interfaces
- Optical budgets
- Knowledge of optical components and technologies, such as:
- Optical transceivers
- Passive fiber connectivity and optical jumpers
- Co-Packaged Optics (CPO)
- Silicon photonics
- Lasers (e.g., EML, VCSEL)
- Fiber and connector interfaces
- Understanding of optical transmission concepts and components used in AI / accelerated computing interconnects
- Knowledge of optical devices and materials, with awareness of performance and cost tradeoffs
- Understanding of manufacturing flows for optical components, including:
- Key yield drivers
- Capacity constraints
- Lead time drivers
- Basic familiarity with how manufacturing factors influence component selection, sourcing strategy, and cost structure
Education, Technical Qualifications & Experience
Education
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
- Engineering background strongly preferred
Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in a global or regional commodity role within a multinational company
- At least 5 years of people management experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience with optical-related commodities
- Proven experience working with suppliers across the Asia Pacific/ US and global regions
Competencies
SET: Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)
COMPENSATION
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $130,700 - $196,000 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
- Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate, as well as internal and external equity.
- Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
BENEFITS
- A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information and to report the incident to your local authorities.
Job Locations:
780 Salt Road
Webster, New York 14580-9709
United States
Posting City: Webster
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: 25% to 50%
Requisition ID: 151705
Workplace Type: Hybrid
External Careers Page: Procurement
INTRODUCTION
The Global Optical Components Category Strategy Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing global category strategies for optical components that support business growth, cost competitiveness, and supply resilience. This role partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Program teams to support NPI execution, strengthen strategic supplier partnerships, and drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, delivery, and technology alignment—particularly for high-speed optics used in AI and accelerated-computing interconnects.
Major Responsibilities
Category Strategy & Market Intelligence
- Develop and execute global optical commodity strategies aligned with business objectives
- Monitor global market trends, supply-demand dynamics, and geopolitical risks
- Identify and mitigate risks related to supply continuity, pricing volatility, and capacity constraints
Supplier Management & Development
- Identify, evaluate, and develop new suppliers in collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Operations
- Optimize the supplier base to improve cost, quality, delivery, and scalability
- Lead quarterly supplier scorecard reviews and performance improvement initiatives
- Identify underperforming suppliers, assess risks, and implement corrective action plans
- Strengthen long-term strategic partnerships with key suppliers
Cost, Productivity & VA/VE
- Drive cost reduction initiatives through should cost analysis, market benchmarking, and negotiations
- Partner with Engineering to lead Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VA/VE) initiatives
- Improve procurement efficiency while supporting business growth and technology roadmaps
NPI & Cross-Functional Execution
- Lead and support RFQs for NPI (New Product Introduction) programs
- Coordinate cross-functional efforts to achieve KPIs, including:
- Cost savings
- Lead time reduction
- MOQ optimization
- Dual sourcing and localization
- Support successful NPI execution, ensuring supply readiness and supplier alignment
Strategic Impact
- Support business growth and evolving market demands
- Accelerate decision-making and adaptability in a fast-changing optical technology landscape
- Enable localization strategies and global expansion initiatives
Job Requirements
Technical Qualifications – Optics
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong working knowledge of optical technologies relevant to high-speed interconnects, including:
- Solid understanding of high-speed optical transceiver architecture, including:
- Optics chain
- Fiber interfaces
- Optical budgets
- Knowledge of optical components and technologies, such as:
- Optical transceivers
- Passive fiber connectivity and optical jumpers
- Co-Packaged Optics (CPO)
- Silicon photonics
- Lasers (e.g., EML, VCSEL)
- Fiber and connector interfaces
- Understanding of optical transmission concepts and components used in AI / accelerated computing interconnects
- Knowledge of optical devices and materials, with awareness of performance and cost tradeoffs
- Understanding of manufacturing flows for optical components, including:
- Key yield drivers
- Capacity constraints
- Lead time drivers
- Basic familiarity with how manufacturing factors influence component selection, sourcing strategy, and cost structure
Education, Technical Qualifications & Experience
Education
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
- Engineering background strongly preferred
Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in a global or regional commodity role within a multinational company
- At least 5 years of people management experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience with optical-related commodities
- Proven experience working with suppliers across the Asia Pacific/ US and global regions
Competencies
SET: Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)
COMPENSATION
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $130,700 - $196,000 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
- Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate, as well as internal and external equity.
- Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
BENEFITS
- A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information and to report the incident to your local authorities.
Job Locations:
780 Salt Road
Webster, New York 14580-9709
United States
Posting City: Webster
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: 25% to 50%
Requisition ID: 151705
Workplace Type: Hybrid
External Careers Page: Procurement
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Who's Hiring
- NYU Langone Health2
- Amazon1
- Bloomberg1
- Richemont1
- TE Connectivity1
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- Electronics & Hardware1
- Luxury Goods1
- Technology & Software1
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in strategic sourcing manager jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business administration, or a related field required
- Five or more years of strategic sourcing or procurement experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing supplier negotiations and category spend portfolios
- Proficiency with e-procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, or Oracle Fusion
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent certification preferred
- Strong analytical skills with experience building sourcing strategies and cost models
Strategic Sourcing Manager Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a strategic sourcing manager in New York?
Most strategic sourcing managers in New York start with a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, finance, or a related field, then build experience in procurement analyst or category specialist roles. New York has no state-issued license for this role, so advancement comes through demonstrated results and credentials like the CPSM from the Institute for Supply Management or the CSCP from APICS, both of which are recognized by major New York employers.
How much do strategic sourcing managers make in New York?
Strategic sourcing managers in New York earn a median of about $166,300 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $102,800 for the lowest 10% to over $282,360 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire strategic sourcing managers in New York?
Employers hiring strategic sourcing managers in New York right now include NYU Langone Health, Amazon, and Bloomberg, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's concentration of financial institutions, global pharmaceutical companies, and large media and tech firms makes it one of the deepest markets in the country for procurement talent.
Which New York cities have the most strategic sourcing manager jobs?
New York and Webster have the most strategic sourcing manager openings in New York. New York City dominates due to the density of financial services, healthcare systems, and corporate headquarters, while White Plains draws openings from large consumer goods and pharmaceutical companies based in Westchester County, and Albany sees demand from state government agencies and regional health networks.
Are there remote strategic sourcing manager jobs in New York?
Yes, and more than most fields, since strategic sourcing work is primarily analytical, contract-driven, and conducted through digital procurement platforms rather than on a physical site. About 17% of strategic sourcing manager openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how well the role translates to distributed work. Supplier negotiation, spend analysis, and RFP management are the functions most commonly performed fully remotely.
How can I get hired as a strategic sourcing manager in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a procurement analyst or purchasing coordinator role at a large New York employer, where exposure to RFP processes, vendor management, and spend data builds the foundation for a sourcing management track. Major New York institutions like New York-Presbyterian, Citigroup, and large city agencies run rotational operations programs that place early-career candidates in procurement functions. Completing the CPSM certification while in a junior role signals seriousness to hiring managers and opens doors faster than experience alone.
Where can I find and apply to strategic sourcing manager jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to strategic sourcing manager jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience level and target industry, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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